Contradiction with Exodus 20:13
Esther 7:10 describes the execution of Haman, while Exodus 20:13 states, "Thou shalt not kill," suggesting a contradiction in the context of taking a life.
Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Esther 7:10 depicts the downfall of an enemy, but Matthew 5:44 teaches to "love your enemies," contradicting the act of celebrating an enemy's destruction.
Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
Contradiction with Romans 12:19
Esther 7:10 involves vengeance through execution, whereas Romans 12:19 advises, "avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath," contradicting the act of personal revenge.
Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.
Contradiction with Proverbs 24:17
Esther 7:10 ends with Haman's hanging, yet Proverbs 24:17 warns against rejoicing when an enemy falls, offering a moral contradiction.
Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:
Contradiction with Matthew 26:52
Esther 7:10 relates to the execution of Haman, but Matthew 26:52 states "for all they that take the sword shall perish with the sword," highlighting the consequences of violence and retribution.
Matthew 26:52: Thinkest thou that I cannot now pray to my Father, and he shall presently give me more than twelve legions of angels?
Paradox #1
Some people might find a contradiction or inconsistency in the story of Esther, including Esther 7:10, with historical records. The account of Esther's rise to become queen and the events surrounding her may not align with known Persian history or records of Persian queens. Also, the absence of corroborating evidence outside of the Bible might lead some to question the historicity of certain details. These concerns generally focus on the lack of external sources confirming the specific events described.
Paradox #2
The potential contradiction in the outcome of "Esther 7:10" could be about the idea of retribution or justice. Some people might see it as highlighting the principle of "an eye for an eye," where the punishment mirrors the crime. But others might question whether responding to violence with more violence is truly just or moral. The conflict lies in whether justice should be purely retributive or if there could be room for forgiveness and transformation.